Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/series/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse/ Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life.If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:27:35 +0000 en © 2025 Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse all about creating healthier relationships Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D. episodic Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life.If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today. Kerry McAvoy, Ph.D. hello@breakingfreenarcissisticabuse.com false https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/igt4bmhu45618wxmbwax5ralrotn-1.jpg Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/series/breaking-free-from-narcissistic-abuse/ hello@breakingfreenarcissisticabuse.com Confused by your relationship? Do you catch yourself second-guessing, walking on eggshells, or feeling emotionally drained? Whether you’re still in the chaos or trying to rebuild after leaving, this podcast is your lifeline.Join retired psychologist Dr. Kerry McAvoy as she exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships. You’ll learn how destructive personalities operate, the manipulative tactics they use, and the stages of abuse—plus the practical steps to heal and reclaim your life.If you’re ready to break free, rebuild your self-worth, and find lasting emotional freedom, hit play and start your recovery journey today. No 5cd80628-9064-584b-aef9-be48a76624eb https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Why Narcissists Refuse to Say Your Name: The 4 Patterns Survivors Miss https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/podcast/why-narcissists-refuse-to-say-your-name-the-4-patterns-survivors-miss/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:08:04 +0000 https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/podcast/why-narcissists-refuse-to-say-your-name-the-4-patterns-survivors-miss/ Narcissists and other character-disturbed partners do odd things with their loved ones' names. Learn the four different patterns of this minimizing and objectifying psychological tactic.

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]]> Were you born into a cult — or did you unknowingly marry one? If you’ve ever felt trapped, controlled, and unable to trust your own reality — whether in a religion, a family system, or a relationship — you may have been living inside a cult of two. Narcissistic abuse operates through the same coercive ... Read more

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]]> Have you heard of an Alpine Divorce? During a listener’s two-year marriage to a psychopath, her husband took her hiking and then left her clinging to a rock in gale-force winds while he filmed her terror and laughed. This is what’s commonly called an “Alpine Divorce.” It is also an example of malignant sadism. In ... Read more

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]]> As we honor Memorial Day, there’s another war, one we rage with narcissists – something that rages invisible, deliberate, and inside the most intimate relationships. This episode is dedicated to you. In this special compilation,  5 world-class experts answer the questions survivors ask most: How did I end up here? Why didn’t I see it ... Read more

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]]> A listener from Texas writes in: after escaping a narcissistic marriage, her adult daughter is now demanding that she admit that she was an abuser too. How does she reach her daughter now? In this episode, Dr Kerry unpacks one of the most painful and least-talked-about consequences of narcissistic abuse — what happens to your ... Read more

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]]> https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Viewers-Stories-Square-Cover-Art-2-1.png Why Your Kids May Have Blamed You for the Narcissist’s Abuse — and What to Do Now false no 00:10:28 No no Were You the Invisible Child? The Hidden Damage That Follows You Into Every Relationship https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/podcast/were-you-the-invisible-child-the-hidden-damage-that-follows-you-into-every-relationship/ Mon, 18 May 2026 07:09:03 +0000 https://kerrymcavoyphd.com/podcast/were-you-the-invisible-child-the-hidden-damage-that-follows-you-into-every-relationship/ If you keep repeating painful patterns in your relationships — choosing wrong partners, feeling invisible, never asking for what you need — this might be why. Dr. Rachna Buxani, author of “Unseen,” joins Dr. Kerry to expose the hidden roles children are assigned in narcissistic family systems — and the lasting damage those roles leave ... Read more

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]]> If you keep repeating painful patterns in your relationships — choosing wrong partners, feeling invisible, never asking for what you need — this might be why. Dr. Rachna Buxani, author of “Unseen,” joins Dr. Kerry to expose the hidden roles children are assigned in narcissistic family systems — and the lasting damage those roles leave ... Read more

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